MANILA – A newly installed solar photovoltaic system at the Taguig complex of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) is expected to lower electricity costs and free up more funds for training programs.
The Department of Energy (DOE) reported that the 40-kilowatt peak (kWp) facility was turned over Monday, alongside the groundbreaking ceremony for the Regional TVET Innovation Center.
In a statement, Energy Secretary Sharon Garin, through DOE Undersecretary Mario Marasigan, said the initiative underscores the government’s push to integrate renewable energy into public infrastructure.
She noted that the project sends a strong message that the government is taking the lead in advancing clean energy solutions rather than waiting for wider adoption.
The installation falls under the Government Energy Management Program (GEMP), which seeks to improve energy efficiency and promote the use of renewable sources in government facilities nationwide.
The DOE said the solar system will not only reduce reliance on the power grid but also generate savings that can be redirected to institutional needs.
It will also double as a training aid, giving TESDA students direct exposure to renewable energy technologies within their learning environment.
Garin emphasized that institutions like TESDA are crucial in developing a workforce capable of supporting the country’s transition to renewable energy, aligned with goals of achieving 35 percent renewable energy by 2030 and 50 percent by 2040.
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